Subject: SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK
Submitter: Bruce K Bengry, Safety Specialist, Public Safety

Message: SEVERE WEATHER AWARENESS WEEK in Minnesota!
April 17-21, 2006

TORNADO DRILL DAY April 20

The statewide tornado drill will be held on Thursday. The National Weather Service will simulate a tornado watch beginning at 9 a.m. Two tornado drills are planned the first at 1:45p.m. The second Tornado Drill will at 6:55p.m.

For more information go to the Department of Homeland Security and Emergency Management @:

http://www.severeweather.state.mn.us/

Bruce Bengry
Health Safety Specialist
Department of Public Safety

Subject: Parking for Faculty & Staff 2006-07
Submitter: Krista Young, Communications and Parking Manager, Public Safety

Message: * Fall 2006 ticketing will begin the first day of school for all students, faculty, and staff.

* Faculty and staff who are willing to use payroll deduction for parking payment during the 2006-07 school year may register for permits beginning Monday, April 24th. Public Safety will mail out permits before school begins.

* In order to register for a permit, please fill out a "Payroll Deduction & Parking Registration" form. You may find these forms at the CC Info Desk, Public Safety Dispatch, Human Resources, or through your department secretary beginning April 24th. Once completed, these forms may be returned to Public Safety at CB #78.

* The deadline for paper registration is Thursday, June 15th. After this date, we will require online registration. Online registration will be available August 15th and throughout the school year. A payroll deduction option will still be available, but will be part of the online process available August 15th.

* Fac/staff permit prices will stay the same next year: $45 per month from September - April for full-time employees. For part-time rates, please see the payroll deduction form.

* Gateway Building construction will begin this summer. At that time, lot H (the main fac/staff lot) will close. Lots available to faculty and staff will be lots D, G, J, and L.

* Augsburg's complete parking rules and regulations may be found online on Augsburg's homepage. Follow the links: Administration, Security, Additional Information, and Parking Information.

* Please direct all parking questions to Public Safety Dispatch at 612-330-1717 or x1717. We are open 24/7 for your convenience. If you prefer e-mail, please direct questions to parking@augsburg.edu and we will respond as soon as possible.

Subject: Open General Use Times For Athletic Facilities
Submitter: Kristen L Kraft, Athletic Facilities Manager, Athletic Facilities

Message: The following are the open general use times of the athletic facilities for the Augsburg Community. Times and dates are subject to change.

Tuesday, April 18 to Friday, April 21


FITNESS CENTER
Tues. 4/18 6:00am ö 10:00pm
Wed. 4/19 6:00am ö 10:00pm
Thurs. 4/20 6:00am ö 10:00pm
Fri. 4/21 6:00am ö 10:00pm

OPEN GYM
Tues. 4/18 1:30pm ö 5:45pm North Court
Wed. 4/19 1:30pm - 9:45pm North Court
Thurs. 4/20 1:30pm ö 5:45pm North Court
Fri. 4/21 6:00pm ö 9:45pm North Court

OPEN HOCKEY ö Must have helmet
Tues. 4/18 11:00am ö 1:00pm Rink A
4/18 3:00pm ö 5:00pm Rink A
Wed. 4/19 11:00am ö 1:00pm Rink A
4/19 3:00pm ö 4:45pm Rink A
Thurs. 4/20 12:30pm ö 5:00pm Rink A
PLEASE NOTE CHANGE IN THURSDAY OPEN HOCKEY TIMES
Fri. 4/21 NO OPEN HOCKEY

OPEN FIGURE SKATING
Tues. 4/18 11:00am ö 1:00pm Rink B
Wed. 4/19 11:00am ö 1:00pm Rink B
Thurs. 4/20 11:00am ö 1:00pm Rink B
Fri. 4/21 11:00am ö 1:00pm Rink B

Subject: Enrollment Center Closing Early Friday, April 21st
Submitter: Shana Erickson, Assistant Director, Student Financial Services, Enrollment Center

Message: The Enrollment Center will be closing at 3 p.m. on Friday, April 21st for the Faculty and Staff Farewell Reception for President Frame.

Subject: Summer Research Due Date Extended: 4/21
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message:
The application deadline has been extended to April 21 and the eligibility guidelines have been revised for Summer Research proposals. You may apply if you are in your first year of employment at Augsburg or if you received an award last year, Summer 2005. Other criteria are:

SELECTION CRITERIA:

Quality Criteria. Preference will be given to proposals that show evidence of thorough preparation and that meet the following criteria:
- Clear statement of realistic goals and objectives
- Appropriate and detailed project method/plan for achieving the goals and objectives
- Explanation of advance preparation and planning
- Clear description of the project's assessment
- Detailed timeline and budget

Other Criteria. Additional criteria that may influence the Committeeâs decision include:
- Use of language and terminology that are clear to non-experts
- Necessity for funding for project completion
- Please attach a curriculum vita.

FUNDING: Up to $2000 per grant.
Source: Grangaard Faculty Development Fund. 2-3 additional awards may be granted.
Funding decisions are made by the Faculty Development Committee. All funds must be requested by the end of the fiscal year in which the grant is awarded.

APPLICATION: Please use the Research Application form that is available by calling Terry Martin, x1229 or at the CTL website. Please send the completed application as an e-mail attachment to martin@augsburg.edu.

Extended Application Date: April 21 for the summer 2006.

Accountability:
- Completion of the following:
-Professional Development evaluation form and assessment as described in the project application
- Sharing the results with the Augsburg Community via:
-Presentation of a community discussion, Scholarship Fair, or another venue approved by the FacDev Committee.

Subject: Theater Event
Submitter: Annette M. Gerten, Instructor, Social Work

Message: There are still free tickets available for the Thursday performance of Metamorphoses. Contact Terry Martin x1229 to reserve your ticket. The performance is at 7:00. Join faculty and staff for a post-performance chat with the director and performers. Refreshments will be served.

Subject: International Travel Grant deadline extended
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message: International Travel Grant deadline extended: Due April 28

The Center for Teaching and Learning will take additional applications for international travel until April 28. One award ($800) is available for travel to a conference at an international location to present a paper (Canada is not considered international).
Call x1229 and an application will be sent to you as an e-mail attachment.

Subject: Zyzzogeton: The Last Word events this week
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message: Faculty Research Roundtables

Wednesday, April 19, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., in the Marshall Room, faculty from the arts, humanities, mathematics, and sciences will present roundtable discussions on their current research. The roundtable format offers audience members the chance to participate in an exchange of ideas that is less formal and more intimate-8 people per table-with colleagues who are expert in their fields.

Participating faculty scholars include Kristin Anderson (Art History), Tracy Bibelnieks (Mathematics), Mark Engebretson (Physics), Douglas E. Green (English), Chris Kimball (History), Sandra Olmsted (Chemistry), Beverly Smith-Keiling (Biology), Nancy Steblay (Psychology), Mark Strefeler (Biology), and Robert K. Tom (Art).

Delicious food and wine will also be served. All are welcome.


Student Research Presentations

Thursday, April 20, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., in the Christensen Center, students from the arts, humanities, and sciences will present posters and roundtable discussions on their current research. Presentations will be set up in the fireplace gallery and fishbowl.

Participating student researchers include Matthew Argall (Physics), Emily Beauvais (Physics), Richard Birkett (Biology), Paul Cummings (International Relations), Cara Engel (Religion), Nicholas Goodwin (Psychology), Alyssa Kane (Psychology), K.C. Lava (Computer Science), Serita Lee (Social Work), Erik Lundberg (Physics), Miranda Nelson (Psychology), Binh Nguyen (Computer Science), Steve Quick (Physics), Eilidh Reyelts (Biology), Shannon Ryan (Psychology), Dan Schwendtner (Physics), Ryan Skar (Computer Science), Ben Sonquist (Biology), Jake Thomas (History), Paul Tsai (Chemistry), and Steve Zaffke (Physics).

Please join us in support of these student researchers. Delicious food and wine will also be served. All are welcome.


Lefse vs. Lutefisk

Thursday, April 20, 4 to 5 p.m., Marshall Room

Luther vs. Eck? Lincoln vs. Douglas? These disputations had nothing over the great debate that will happen this Thursday! Come hear the virtues of lefse expounded over the subtleties of lutefisk. The best of Norwegian cuisine will be argued and defended from the viewpoints of four academic disciplines: William V. Frame (Political Science), Lori Hale (Religion), Joan Griffin (English), and Ken Kaminsky (Mathematics).

Communication prof and debate coach Bob Groven will moderate. The kind Norwegian ladies of the Augsburg Associates will act as judges.

Delicious food and beverages will also be served. (Whether or not that includes lutefisk, you'll have to come to find out.) All are welcome.

Subject: Zyzzogeton: The Last Word events this week
Submitter: Theresa L Martin, Administrative Assistant, Center for Teaching and Learning

Message:
Faculty Research Roundtables

Wednesday, April 19, 3:30 to 4:30 p.m., in the Marshall Room, faculty from the arts, humanities, mathematics, and sciences will present roundtable discussions on their current research. The roundtable format offers audience members the chance to participate in an exchange of ideas that is less formal and more intimate-8 people per table-with colleagues who are expert in their fields.

Participating faculty scholars include Kristin Anderson (Art History), Mark Engebretson (Physics), Douglas E. Green (English), Chris Kimball (History), Sandra Olmsted (Chemistry), Beverly Smith-Keiling (Biology), Nancy Steblay (Psychology), Mark Strefeler (Biology), and Robert K. Tom (Art).

Delicious food and wine will also be served. All are welcome.

Student Research Presentations

Thursday, April 20, 3:30 to 5:30 p.m., in the Christensen Center, students from the arts, humanities, and sciences will present posters and roundtable discussions on their current research. Presentations will be set up in the fireplace gallery and fishbowl.

Participating student researchers include Matthew Argall (Physics), Emily Beauvais (Physics), Richard Birkett (Biology), Paul Cummings (International Relations), Cara Engel (Religion), Nicholas Goodwin (Psychology), Alyssa Kane (Psychology), Lava K.C. (Computer Science), Serita Lee (Social Work), Erik Lundberg (Physics), Miranda Nelson (Psychology), Binh Nguyen (Computer Science), Steve Quick (Physics), Eilidh Reyelts (Biology), Shannon Ryan (Psychology), Dan Schwendtner (Physics), Ryan Skar (Computer Science), Ben Sonquist (Biology), Jake Thomas (History), Paul Tsai (Chemistry), and Steve Zaffke (Physics).

Please join us in support of these student researchers. Delicious food and beverages will also be served. All are welcome.

Lefse vs. Lutefisk

Thursday, April 20, 4 to 5 p.m., Marshall Room

Luther vs. Eck? Lincoln vs. Douglas? These disputations had nothing over the great debate that will happen this Thursday! Come hear the virtues of lefse expounded over the subtleties of lutefisk. The best of Norwegian cuisine will be argued and defended from the viewpoints of four academic disciplines: William V. Frame (Political Science), Lori Hale (Religion), Joan Griffin (English), and Ken Kaminsky (Mathematics).

Communication prof and debate coach Bob Groven will moderate. The kind Norwegian ladies of the Augsburg Associates will act as judges.

Delicious food and beverages will also be served. (Whether or not that includes lutefisk, you'll have to come to find out.) All are welcome.

Subject: Information about mumps
Submitter: Ann L Garvey, Dean of Students, Academic and Student Affairs

Message: As upper midwest health agencies receive more reports about cases of mumps, we wanted to provide the following information (taken from the Minnesota Department of Health Website:

What is mumps?
Mumps is a viral infection that primarily affects the parotid or other salivary glands.

What are the symptoms of mumps?
Most common symptoms include swollen glands in front of and below the ear, headache, low-grade fever, and earache.

What are the complications associated with mumps?
Up to 30% of all people infected with the mumps virus do not have symptoms. Orchitis (swelling of the testicles) is a common symptom in males after puberty. Rarely, swelling of
the spinal cord and brain (encephalitis) occurs.

How is mumps diagnosed?
Mumps is diagnosed with a blood test specific for mumps antibody. Health care providers will also collect a nose, urine, or throat swab to further test for the virus.

How is mumps spread?
Mumps is spread when a person with mumps sneezes or coughs mumps virus into the air and another person breathes the virus in. Touching droplets from the nose and throat of an infected person also spreads mumps.

How long is a person able to spread mumps?
Mumps can normally be spread 3 days before symptoms appear through about 4 days after. Mumps is most contagious 48 hours before the illness begins.
What can be done to prevent the spread of mumps?

The best way to prevent mumps is to be fully immunized. Persons who have mumps should stay at home for 5 days after onset of swelling so that they do not spread it to others.

Is there a treatment for mumps?
There is no treatment for mumps, only symptom care.

Is there a vaccine for mumps?
Mumps vaccine is contained in the MMR vaccine (Measles, Mumps, Rubella). Two doses of the vaccine are needed for long-term protection.

Minnesota state law requires that all children 15 months of age or older, in childcare settings or schools, be vaccinated against mumps or have a legal exemption.

If you have questions or comments , contact idepcweb@health.state.mn.us or call 651-201-5414 (TTY: 651-201-5797) for the MDH Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division.

Subject: Bee Seen in the Augsburg Yearbook
Submitter: Sara B Horishnyk, Student

Message: Be seen by getting yourself photographed for the Augsburg yearbook. Photos will be taken in the Nelson Room located in Christensen Center Tuesday April 18th, Wednesday, and Thursday of THIS week from11:30-1:30.

Subject: Celestial Images: TODAY 2:00pm
Submitter: Emily S Beauvais, Student

Message: Come experience the splendor of Iowa skies through images from the Fick Observatory, an astronomical observatory owned and operated by Iowa State University.

Steve Kawaler will speak on Tuesday, April 18 from 2:00-3:00pm in Science 21.

Come early for PIZZA!

Take an hour study break to eat some free pizza and enjoy some extraordinary images!

Subject: Spring BBQ Tonight!!
Submitter: Stacy L Enger, Hall Director, Residence Life

Message: Annual Anderson/New Hall Spring BBQ
4:45-6:30pm in front of Anderson & New Hall by the parking lot
Raffle prizes, music, volley ball, etc!!

Meal is free for New Hall residents


*Rainsite is the Dining Commons

Subject: ***Senior Class Party!***
Submitter: Christopher L Mahle, Student

Message: Attention all Seniors....

There is a slight change in the schedule for the night of the senior class party.

The senior rehearsal is from 5:45- 6:45. Thus there is a time conflict with the dinner portion of the senior party. So to correct this... The dinner will be at 7pm with a show at 8pm.

Also transportation will be provided, so boarding the bus will be right after rehearsal.


Don't forget to RSVP via the card in the invitation by Wednesday April 26th.

Subject: VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR VSA DAY! (music bldg)
Submitter: Megan M Feider, Student

Message: VSA stands for "vision, strength, and access." This Friday, the music therapy students will host nearly 100 kids with special needs from the Minneapolis public schools- and provide musical learning experiences for them with activities that need YOUR help. Volunteers are needed from about 10:30- 1:30. If you can only do a portion of that time- that would be appreciated as well. Pizza is provided for those who stay until the end. We can get you out of your class with a volunteer note.
Please email Megan at feider@augsburg.edu to sign up or if you have any questions.
WE NEED YOU!

Subject: Friday Forum - April 21 - Sabo Scholars Panel
Submitter: Herald A Johnson, Director of Advancement Programs, Institutional Advancement

Message: National and Community Service

Noon - 1 PM in the Augsburg Room - Christensen Center

Panelists:
* Catherine Reid Day, Executive Director, Minnesota Campus Compact
* Bob Rumpza, Chair, ServeMinnesota (Governor's Commission on National and Communty Service)
* Rhonda Eastlund, Brian Coyle Community Center Director and former AmeriCorps Program Director and Augsburg Alumna

Each panelist will share about:
1) Their role within the field of National and Community Service,
2) Their vision for their organization in National and Community Service in the future,
3) Trends in National Service
4) Any big bold ideas about Service?

Subject: Enter to win!
Submitter: Erin S Voss, Student and Public Computing Co-Manager, Information Technology

Message: Student Computing is conducting a survey, and we need YOUR help! Please take a few minutes to tell us how we can improve our services. You can also enter for a chance to win a free 128MB flash drive. Just go to

http://academics.augsburg.edu/surveys/consent.html

to fill out the survey. Thank you!

Subject: Kim Karlson Speaking - "EarthSmartConsumer"
Submitter: Thomas S Ruffaner, Day Custodial Supervisor, Custodial Services

Message: There will be a Mini-Convocation in Foss Chapel this Friday at 10:20 AM to reflect on environmentally friendly practices that have grown out of the environmental movement created on the first Earth Day. President Frame will give a short presentation, recognizing a long list of environmentally friendly actions taken here at Augsburg in the past few years and to announce several upcoming initiatives related to the environment on campus. Kim Karlson, a local author, TV personality and advocate of environmentally friendly business practices will speak, sharing practical tips on living a more planet friendly lifestyle.

Subject: Does the Lilly Program Owe You $5?
Submitter: Diane R Glorvigen, Lilly Program Assistant, Exploring Our Gifts

Message: Are you a freshman or junior who recently completed an on-line survey for the Lilly Program? If so, thank you so much!!! If you have not yet picked up your complimentary $5 coupon for the Augsburg Coffee Shop, we would love to give it to you. Just visit us in Memorial 231. Here are the directions:

Enter Memorial from the quad through the door that is closest to Christensen Center. Go up the stairs to the second floor. As soon as you walk through the doorway, turn right and take 4 steps. There it is!

The best hours to pick up your coupon are as follows: Wed. 2:30 - 4:30, Thurs. noon-4:00, or Fri. 10:30 - 12:30. However, you can try other times, too. Look for Diane or Ryan. If you cannot find Diane or Ryan, then check Prof. Tranvik's office next door (Mem 230).

We look forward to meeting you and thanking you in person!

Subject: Spanish Program in KAUG, Thursday at 11:00am
Submitter: Emiliano Chagil, Director, Hispanic-Latino Student Services

Message: Spanish Radio Program: ÁHablemos Espa–ol! (Letâs Speak Spanish!)
One hour/weekly (11-12noon): This Thursday, April 20, 2006
KAUG ö FM 91.7

The format for this Spanish program will be covered by items such as:

ð Introduction: Information about host, the Hispanic/Latino Program and Augsburg College

ð Entertainment: Latin Music from folk or pop artists

ð Listening: Host will read articles from local bilingual newspapers about social, cultural, religious and other events

ð Interactive: Answer questions from students or staff who are learning Spanish; all inquiry will be recommended to be in Spanish

ð Interviews: With Hispanic/Latino students about country of origin, family history and the Minnesota experience.

Tune in: FM 91.7 - on the web: www.augsburg.edu /kaug - (Ext.1594)

Subject: Off campus study seeks volunteers
Submitter: Ann L Garvey, Dean of Students, Academic and Student Affairs

Message: This study has been approved by the Augsburg College IRB.
Participate in a study at the Carlson School and make some money!

We invite you to participate in a study conducted by Prof. Avner Ben-Ner and Mr. Freyr Halldorsson of the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota, just down the street from Augsburg College. The objective of the study is to understand how decisions of different people interact with each other. The study is funded by the Russell Sage Foundation.

Participation in the study is completely anonymous and confidential. You will never be asked for your name, and no outcomes of the study can be associated with individual participants. The study consists of making decisions on computers, and takes about one hour to complete. Participants will receive $10 at the completion of the experiment, and additional earnings (up to $40, but typically less), depending on decisions made by you and other participants.

To register for the study go to http://test.csom.umn.edu/dmexperiment/. You will be asked to read and agree to a consent form, fill out a survey and personality test, and choose a time for your participation in the experiment. This step will take approximately 30 minutes. There are several time slots available at this time on the West Bank campus on Friday, April 21 and Saturday April 22 (as participants register for the experiment, some time slots may become unavailable, but please check back as new sessions may open).

After you register at http://test.csom.umn.edu/dmexperiment/ and select a session in which to participate, location information for the experiment will be sent to you by email.

Subject: Place your events in the 2006-07 Planner!
Submitter: Marcus Skjervem, Director, Activities and Orientation, Academic and Student Affairs

Message: The planning for the Academic Planners that will be sold in the Augsburg Bookstore is underway! If you have dates to be included in
the calendar section, please send them to Laurel Christianson (christi4@augsburg.edu) by Friday, April 21. We are particularly interested in dates that pertain to students (e.g. ASAC events, Health Fair, Homecoming, etc.). We would only like to list dates that have little or no chance of being cancelled or having the date changed.

Please call or write if you have questions. This is a good opportunity to get notice of your event(s) out there to students. Again, the deadline is April 21.

Subject: Useless Rockstars?
Submitter: Ted A Jedlicki, Student

Message: Check out the local rock-n-roll band Useless tonight from 8-9 p.m. on KAUG when they are interviewed by Ted Jedlicki. You can listen to KAUG online at http://web.augsburg.edu/kaug/. Useless will perform this Saturday at the free Spring Music Jam at Augsburg.

Subject: FREE CONCERT ON CAMPUS THIS SATURDAY!!!
Submitter: Ted A Jedlicki, Student

Message: The ASAC Music Committee brings national artist Ben Lee to Augsburgâs Spring Music Jam this Saturday, April 22, 2006 as part of ASACâs Spring Fling week. The FREE concert will start at 5:30 PM in Lot E on the Urness Lawn. Ben Lee is most well know for performing the songs ãCatch My Diseaseä and ãGamble Everything For Loveä and can be heard on 89.3 The Current, Cities 97, and Drive 105.

Also in concert will be Useless, the rock band featuring members of the national band Flipp, the Augsburg Battle of the Bands winner Accident Waiting to Happen, and local bands Capitol Jay and the New Monarchs. Dinner will be moved outside this evening for the event. Visit http://www.augsburg.edu/ASAC/ for more info.

Subject: Softball games to be played at U of M tonight
Submitter: Donald W Stoner, Sports Information Coordinator, Public Relations and Communication

Message: Tonight's (Tuesday) Augsburg home softball doubleheader with St. Catherine will be played at the University of Minnesota's Jane Sage Cowles Stadium. First pitch for the first game will be at 7 p.m.

To get to Jane Sage Cowles Stadium, directions are on the U of M's webpage:
http://www.gophersports.com/facilities/facility.asp?facility=janesagecowlesstadium

If you can't make it to the game, you can listen online, through our arrangement with Stretch Internet. Most of Augsburg's home baseball and softball doubleheaders are being webcast live online this season.
http://www.augsburg.edu/athletics/liveaudio/

Subject: I NEED GRADUATION TICKETS!!!
Submitter: Megan M Feider, Student

Message:
Hi !!

I have many family members from out of town who are eager to come to graduation this May 6th. If anyone has extra tickets they are no longer using- I would be MORE THAN GRATEFUL to use them. Please email or call me if you can help me out! I need about 7 total, but any amount- even 1 ticket- would be really helpful in my quest to get tickets....
THANK YOU!!!

Megan

feider@augsburg.edu

Subject: Partly furnished 3 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment fo
Submitter: Sam Barber, Assistant Wrestling Coach, Athletics

Message:
* Located on Riverside Ave and Franklin Ave 5 minute walk to Augsburg, one block from River Road
* Secure Building
* No smoking
* Off Street parking
* Quiet building
*Air conditioning
* Rent $1300/mo includes heat
*Cable and Internet ready in all 3 rooms


For more information contact Sam Barber at barbers@augsburg.edu or 612-845-7684

Subject: Looking for full size loft bed
Submitter: Sandra E Tilton, Employer Relations Coordinator, Center for Service Work and Learning

Message:
I am looking to purchase a full size (double) loft frame w/o the matress. If you have one for sale, please email tilton@augsburg.edu or call me at x1472. Thank you.